1969 Ford Capri vs. 1967 MG MGB
To start off, 1969 Ford Capri is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG MGB would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1967 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 158 kg more than 1967 MG MGB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ford Capri (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1967 MG MGB | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Capri | MGB |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2320 mm |
